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Montane Winter Spine

Edale, United Kingdom • 11-18 Jan 2026

The Montane Winter Spine is a grueling, non-stop 268-mile endurance race along the iconic Pennine Way, starting in Edale, Derbyshire, and finishing in Kirk Yetholm in the Scottish Borders. Known as Britain’s most brutal endurance challenge, runners face over 10,000 meters of ascent through demanding terrain including the Peak District, Yorkshire Dales, Northumberland National Park, Hadrian’s Wall, and the Cheviots. Participants must complete the course within 168 hours, enduring harsh British winter conditions such as deep snow, storm-force winds, and driving rain. The race tests both physical resilience and mental fortitude, offering a truly epic and intense adventure through some of England’s most beautiful landscapes. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United Kingdom East Midlands (England) Edale

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UTMB 100M
268 mi
10732 m+
Montane Winter Spine
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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